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What is Spring Draft?
Spring Draft is a writing marathon designed to motivate you to draft a novel, memoir, thesis, or passion project one page at a time. No pressure. No gatekeeping. Just you, your ideas, and a community cheering you on.
How to join Spring Draft
Set your May goal
Decide how many words you want to write this month: 5k, 20k, or go for the full 50k challenge.
Write every day
Open your project, start writing, and update your word count as you go.
Track & finish strong
Use our daily tracker, charts, and streaks to stay motivated and complete your draft.
Preview the magic
A glimpse into the new Spring Draft experience inside livingwriter.
Track your friends' writing progress
Search by email to see how your friends are progressing this Spring Draft.
Badges you can earn
Writer badges
Spring Draft Newbie
Join for the 1st time.
Spring Draft Purist
Reach 50k words exactly on May 31st.
Spring Draft Rebel
Reach your custom word goal in 31 days
Planner
Use an outline or template.
Architect
Start with a brand new blank manuscript.
Dreamer
Write when inspiration strikes. No streaks required.
Ready to kick-start your best writing year?
Make May the month you finally finish your book. Join Spring Draft and use livingwriter’s powerful writing tools to stay focused, organized, and inspired.